PBS

Could bringing back 19th-century wool swimsuits help reduce microplastics?

Woollen swimwear, popular a century ago, might soon make a splash on Australian beaches again. In the 19th century, when natural fibers were the only option, beach-goers donned costumes made of wool ...
The Conversation

Wool swimsuits used to be standard beachwear – is it time to bring them back?

Lorinda Cramer receives funding from the Australian Research Council, and as Redmond Barry Fellow for the State Library of Victoria's Fellowships Program 2022. Woollen swimwear, popular a century ago, ...
Reuters

From scratchy blankets to luxury suits, NZ wool goes up-market to survive

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Italian luxury textiles house Loro Piana recently made its annual trip down under to select two bales of the finest merino wool, one from New Zealand and the other from ...
The New York Times

The Best Men’s Suits

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Mitch Moxley Mitch Moxley is a writer covering men’s style. For his first ...
MLive

Wool bathing suits, water toboggans and hot air balloon races: East Grand Rapids was a resort haven

GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- On a warm, sunny day Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids is dotted with paddle boards, kayaks and water skiers. Rewind to the late 1800s and you would see hot air balloons floating ...